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Women of all ages need to be concerned about osteoporosis. Thirty-three million American women have the disease, and one out of every two women over the age of fifty will experience an osteoporosis-based fracture. Fortunately, there are important steps that women can take to ensure healthy bones throughout their lifetime. Pharmacist-trained Ronda Gates and nurse/researcher Beverly Whipple pool their talents to bring women the most up-to-date information, statistics, and treatment options to help them keep their bones strong.
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"A great contribution to women's health." -- Phyllis Greenberger, president and CEO of the Society for Women's Health Research
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"This timely and very useful book empowers women to become informed and active participants in a healthy life." -- Robert Lindsay, M.D., former president of the National Osteoporosis Foundation
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"This excellent resource builds awareness and knowledge about osteoporosis diagnosis and management." -- Marisa Weiss, M.D., author of Living Beyond Breast Cancer and president of breastcancer.org
Synopsis
The onset of osteoporosis can set in motion a series of medical challenges that may lead to an early death. With this book, women who want to maximize good health as they age can learn how to prevent and treat the disease. The book provides the most current research and offers practical advice about maintaining or regaining normal bone mass. Readers learn about the controversial role of hormones, the peaks and declines of bone mass, risk and lifestyle factors, the role of drugs and supplements, and more.
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About the Author
Ronda Gates, MS, is a health promotion educator and pharmacy graduate whose company, LIFESTYLES by Ronda Gates, develops and delivers programs and products to support lifestyle change.Beverly Whipple, PhD, is the coauthor of The G Spot and Other Discoveries about Human Sexuality and Professor Emerita at Rutgers University. She speaks nationally and internationally about women’s health issues.